RN - Operating Room

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Wellness program

On-site gym

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is seeking an OR Circulator RN in Clovis, NM. The role involves coordinating patient care before, during, and after surgery as the patient advocate in the operating room, ensuring safety and clear team communication.

The position offers enhanced sign-on and relocation options, with opportunities to lead perioperative care delivery and participate in quality improvement initiatives within a nine-hospital system.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required.
• State NM license or Compact state license required.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required at hire or before.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care pre-, intra-, and post-operatively.
• Act as patient advocate in the OR and ensure safety per standards.
• Coordinate care among surgeons, anesthesia, scrub and support staff.
• Document intraoperative events and maintain sterility and equipment readiness.

Skills

Circulator experience

Team coordination

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Location Address:2100 N Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Clovis, NM 88101-9412Compensation Pay Range:Minimum Offer $39.69 Maximum Offer $58.17Summary:Step into the OR with purpose — join our team of Circulation Nurses and support life-saving care!!How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)• Malpractice liability insurance• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department• EPIC electronic charting systemType of Opportunity: PRN FTE: 0.00 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: Varied Days and Hours (United States of America)Responsibilities:ENHANCED Sign on Bonus and Relocation Available for Qualified Candidates!The OR RN Circulator provides comprehensive perioperative nursing care by coordinating patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures. The Circulator RN serves as the patient advocate in the operating room, ensuring patient safety, adherence to surgical standards, and seamless communication among the surgical team.Coordinate and Advocate for the Surgical Patient - Perform preoperative and intraoperative assessments, verify consents, confirm surgical site and procedure, and advocate for patient safety throughout the surgical experience.Manage the Surgical Environment - Ensure the operating room is properly prepared, maintained, and monitored, including equipment readiness, sterility, environmental controls, and availability of supplies.Facilitate Surgical Team Communication - Coordinate care among surgeons, anesthesia providers, scrub staff, and other team members, ensuring clear communication, accurate documentation, and adherence to surgical safety standards (e.g., time-outs).Ensure Compliance and Safety Standards - Initiate and document perioperative protocols, administer medications per orders, maintain accurate intraoperative records, and respond effectively to emergency situations.Lead and Support Perioperative Care Delivery - Delegate tasks appropriately, supervise LPNs and non-licensed assistive personnel, support orientation of new staff, and participate in quality improvement, shared governance, and professional practice initiatives.Qualifications:Associate Degree in NursingState of New Mexico or Compact State Nursing LicenseBLS certification REQUIRED at time of hireACLSPALSOne (1) year of Operating Room/Circulator Experience HIGHLY preferredWe're all about well-being, starting with yours.Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.Learn more about our employee benefits.About Presbyterian Healthcare ServicesPresbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.Compensation DisclaimerThe compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services